August 5, 2021 — 21:04 PM So you’ve caught wind of the whole attachment style thing, and you’re intrigued. Attachment theory—that is, the idea that the way your earliest caregivers treated you can affect how you approach relationships today—can be eye-opening and allow you to make sense of why you behave the way you do…
August 5, 2021 — 19:15 PM In case you didn’t know: You can’t heal sunburned skin. Sure, you can slather on soothing hydrators and emollients to relieve some of the discomfort, but once the skin is burned, there’s nothing you can do to revive the dead skin cells. (That’s why your best bet is to…
August 5, 2021 — 16:03 PM It’s clockwork at this point: As the summer rages on, so, too, does oil and sweat. For your hair, this may mean limp strands that fall flat at the root or an itchy, inflamed scalp from all the buildup. Perhaps you increase your shampoo schedule, but your hair still…
As the Summer Olympics draw to a close, a few hundred lucky athletes will head home with a medal. The vast majority, however, will leave empty-handed—their hopes and dreams for winning Olympic gold crushed. I have to admit I have a love-hate relationship with the Olympics, and with all sports for that matter. I can…
Our editors have independently chosen the products listed on this page. If you purchase something mentioned in this article, we may earn a small commission. August 5, 2021 — 11:02 AM During a recent houseplant watering session, I noticed something on my Monstera that made me stop mid-pour. It was a root unlike any I’d…
The zodiac is split into four elements: fire, earth, air, and water. Three zodiac signs fall within each element, and in the case of water, those are Cancer, Scorpio, and Pisces. Here, we’re diving into what it actually means to be a water sign, plus how people who have water-heavy charts can find balance. What…
Have you noticed a girl you like but aren’t sure how to approach her? While each female is unique, there are a few steps you may take to improve your chances of success. For some tips, check out this wikiHow. The early days of dating are always the fun part. It’s where you can’t stop…
“Life Is Difficult” “Life is difficult.” Do you recognize American psychiatrist and best-selling author M. Scott Peck’s famous opening line from his classic, “The Road Less Traveled”? The reality of this statement hit home for too many people during these COVID-19 times. As a result, many feel powerless and challenged like never before — often…
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The “HIIT” in HIIT workout is an acronym for “High-Intensity Interval Training.” It is an interval program that alternates a high-intensity exercise, which is done for a short amount of time with a less intense recovery period done until exhaustion. This type of workout is not for the faint at heart. HIIT workouts should be…
